Researchers have developed a new desktop device that quickly turns plastic waste into raw material needed for 3D printing. Called ProtoCycler, the machine can grind plastic, such as pop bottles and Lego, and melt it into a filament that can be fed into 3D printers. Continue reading “New Device Turns Plastic Into 3D-Printing Material”
ProtoCycler Lets You Recycle 3D Printing Filament
3D printing promises to revolutionize the way people build, create and use objects. But right now, the technology is still more expensive than most people are willing to pay, and the printing process can generate a lot of plastic waste. Continue reading “ProtoCycler Lets You Recycle 3D Printing Filament”